Despite the interest from Lionel Messi's Inter Miami and Cristiano Ronaldo's Saudi Pro League, Bernardo Silva has reportedly picked FC Barcelona as his preferred next club.

As the 2026 World Cup approaches, supporters of both stars have turned their attention toward a different battle: whether the Saudi Pro League or Major League Soccer will have the stronger presence on soccer’s biggest stage.

After a dramatic Saudi Pro League title-winning season, Al-Nassr has now achieved another milestone away from the pitch, while Inter Miami remains one of the biggest soccer brands on the planet thanks to Messi’s influence.

Inter Miami defender Sergio Reguilon revealed that Lionel Messi is nowhere near a retirement mindset despite turning 39 this summer.

Following his two-assist performance in Inter Miami’s victory, Lionel Messi worried fans after asking to be substituted in the 73rd minute due to physical discomfort. Nevertheless, the 38-year-old star reportedly does not place his participation in the 2026 World Cup with Argentina at risk.

After exiting the game against Philadelphia Union due to a discomfort, Inter Miami boss Guillermo Hoyos issued an optimistic injury update on Lionel Messi ahead of Argentina's preparations for the 2026 World Cup.

18 days before 2026 World Cup with Argentina, Lionel Messi exited the Inter Miami vs Philadelphia Union game with an injury.

Inter Miami are hosting the Philadelphia Union for the 2026 MLS in what will be Lionel Messi's last official game prior to the beginning of the 2026 World Cup.

Inter Miami will face off against Philadelphia Union in a 2026 MLS regular-season clash. Find here how to watch the game live in the United States.

Yet while Ronaldo’s dominance once again captured global attention, many fans were left wondering one thing: Where did Lionel Messi finish on the list?

Lionel Messi appears increasingly close to having Casemiro as a teammate, as negotiations with Inter Miami are reportedly advancing despite interest from LA Galaxy.

Lionel Messi's great form has led Inter Miami to take the top MLS spot in the CONCACAF rankings, though they're still trailing the overall Top 3.

After a great collective play, Lionel Messi scored the opening goal for Inter Miami in the MLS game against the Portland Timbers.

Less than a month before the break for the 2026 World Cup, Lionel Messi received a squad blow with Inter Miami confirming Tadeo Allende's surgery in a latest injury update.

Inter Miami are clashing with the Portland Timbers in the MLS, with all eyes on Lionel Messi to feature in the game.